I'm managing director of Strategic Communications for FTI Consulting, based in Houston. Prior to joining FTI in 2012, I had a 33 year career in the oil and gas industry, working public policy issues for a number of companies including Shell, Burlington Resources, El Paso Corp., and Coastal States. I've also led numerous industry-wide efforts to address regulatory and legislative issues at the local, state and federal level. From April 2010 through June 2012, David served as the Texas State Lead for America’s Natural Gas Alliance. I attended Texas A&I University and The University of Texas, earning B.A. in accounting.

Oil & Gas Boom 2014: A Great Time To Be A Texan

Thanks to the rapidly increasing production from the Eagle Ford Shale and the Permian Basin, Texas reached another milestone in September, 2013: As a separate nation, Texas would now rank as the 9th largest oil producing country in the world.

As reported here by Dr. Mark Perry, according to the InternationalEnergy Agency (IEA), in the year preceding last September, Texas oil production surpassed that of oil-producing giants like Brazil, Venezuela, Nigeria, Mexico and Kuwait to move into the hypothetical Top Ten oil producing nations on earth. During September, Texas’ oil output was measured by IEA at 2.7 million barrels per day. This represents a doubling of the state’s daily oil output in just 29 months. Not since the early years of the 20th century has the state seen such a rapid rise in its oil output, and that steep incline shows no signs of slowing anytime soon.

If anything, the boom in West Texas might even accelerate in the next few years. The nascent Cline Shale play is beginning to heat up, and results continue to be very good in the Wolfberry/Sprayberry and other plays in the Permian. If current trends continue, it is very likely that Texas would leap past OPEC giants like Iran, Iraq and the United Arab Emirates to become the equivalent of the 6th largest oil producing nation over the next 12-18 months.

Anyone predicting this sort of meteoric rise in the state’s oil producing fortunes as recently as three years ago would have been labeled a nut case. And yet, here we are. Let’s take a look at some of the outcomes this ongoing boom in shale oil and natural gas production has produced:

The Commerce Department reported recently that the November U.S. trade deficit was $34.3 billion, the lowest monthly deficit in more than four years. The single biggest factor? A $2.5 billion drop in the value of imported oil, made possible by the domestic oil boom. Crude imports were down by almost $40 billion during the first 11 months of 2013, a phenomenal decline during a period of economic growth.

This dramatic decline in the trade deficit in turn led leading forecasters to significantly raise their projections for how rapidly the economy grew in the 4th quarter. Macroeconomic Advisors increased its estimate from 2.6% to 3.5%, which, if accurate, would be the single highest rate of quarterly economic growth since the onset of the Great Recession in 2008.

Inexpensive and abundant natural gas is fueling a manufacturing renaissance in the U.S., producing tens of billions of dollars in new plant and equipment investment, and bringing tens of thousands well-paying jobs back from overseas.

The U.S. boom has in turn significantly increased U.S. international competitiveness vis a vis Europe, where industrial leaders are in near panic at the loss of jobs and investment back across the Atlantic. Germany is in a particularly difficult fix, as it relies on exports for half of its annual GDP, and its energy costs remain on an upwards trajectory thanks to its wrong-headed over-reliance on non-competitive renewable fuel sources like wind and solar.

The U.S. oil boom is also having an impact on the geopolitical balance of power. As Daniel Yergin noted on January 9, Iran is suddenly taking nuclear negotiations seriously, and that well might not have happened were it not for the boom in shale oil production in the United States.

The boom in domestic oil production has also created a new national energy debate over whether it is time to repeal the 1970s-era restrictions on exporting crude oil. Some U.S. refiners, whose facilities are geared to refine heavier oils imported from overseas, are finding themselves overwhelmed by the increase in light, sweet crudes being produced from the Eagle Ford and other shale formations, and some producers are concerned they will find getting their product refined at reasonable prices increasingly difficult unless they are able to export some of it to international refining facilities. The good news for consumers is that this is the kind of debate that comes about thanks to abundance, not shortages like we saw in the 1970s.

In Texas, as we’ve previously noted, the oil and gas boom, along with prudent fiscal management by leading policymakers, has fundamentally transformed the state’s budget picture from one of lingering annual shortfalls to one of steadily growing surpluses, along with a Rainy Day Fund that is consistently filled to the gills.

But abundance and growth bring their own challenges that must be addressed by communities, policymakers and the industry. The impacts of the industry’s heavy truck traffic remains an issue in South and West Texas, one that all interested stakeholders are working to address. Likewise, there is no question that water remains a compelling issue for everyone in these regions, and the industry must continue to develop ways to conserve water and to tap into the more abundant brackish water formations that lie beneath the Texas soil. Some recent studies have also postulated linkage between improperly sited and managed saltwater disposal wells and minor earthquake activity, and the Texas Railroad Commission and legislative leaders are beginning to take concrete steps to address this concern.

But again, these are all issues that come about thanks to the economic growth that is produced by resource abundance, and they sure beat the kinds of challenges Texans and all Americans suffered through during the oil shocks and resource constraints of the 1970s.

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Fred, I know this is all very hard for you, but we have pointed out time and time again that EIA reserves estimates are based on “proved reserves” filed by operators with the SEC, the most conservative numbers possible. Given that we are in the very early stages of proving up reserves in the Eagle Ford, and even earlier in the Cline and other Permian plays, the EIA numbers to not remotely approach volumes that are likely to be ultimately recovered from these formations.

Over the next several years, those annual EIA projections will continue to grow as more and more wells are drilled and more reserves are proved up. Given that “proved reserves” numbers are also based on volumes that are producible with current technology, these estimates will continue to grow as technology advances, as it does every day in the oil and gas industry.

I know you lack the ability to grasp this very simple concept, but it is reality nonetheless.

The question how long is it going to last ? This depends on many things, like Permits , land acquisitions for drilling , EPA, and government regulations . It was originally predicted that the Fracking boom would last a minimum of 30 years . It could last much longer . Only top people in management know about the expected growth rate . The groups like Move on .org and others as well as the left groups hate Fracking and the energy security it brings . They do anything and everything to stop its growth . At the same time constant Technology improvements or innovations are ongoing try to improve performance environmentally and in the operations . Roads have to be rebuilt also . all it takes is one major catastrophe to change the growth rate . So don’t be surprised if Growth rates expectations are changed .

What isn’t well-understood is that the booming activity in the other end of the Central Time Zone is only bringing infrastructure and production capacity up to a small portion of the infrastructure and production capacity that is already fully depreciated in Texas. And I’m not even in the all bidness.

The other day we met someone like yourself and we vacated and left the area . 2 women and 4 men Volunteer community Jobs activist were invited into a poor neighborhood school that had been known for Gang Violence and fighting and on Campus Murders . high paying jobs and scholarships is a way to help bring in civility to a bad neighborhood . Since we are not paid and do not represent any company , and retired from many industries , we all took offense to the idiot young couple screaming at us , saying how we pollute Texas water . We knew we were in the wrong group to be talking about any kind of jobs much less any Energy jobs. 6 volunteer activist whom had serious connections with great jobs and companies simply walked out and left never to return again . a week later another Murder happened on Campus . Yet wel will never return to be argued with and ridiculed simply for wanting to help our youth , This happens every day in America , community activist refuse to argue with people whom do not understand technology advancements . So think of the damage that horribly rude youth cause to civility .

I am a Texan and find things truly Amazing , we can not find enough skilled workers to fill the many positions . I am retired from Shell Oil , community activist, Energy Tutor of Texas , and Volunteer of Texas . Never before have I seen so much Free Education given away . A one year certificate , a 2 year associates , or a 4 year Bachelors or Engineering Degree . Just meet the criteria and it is yours with normally with a 90% chance of getting a great job. But you still must be smart enough to choose a Career that is in demand not some wasteful degree .

Sure there are problems that need to be addressed , trucks are destroying the roads in some areas and money needs to be put back into the infrastructure once jobs are complete to bring those roads back up to proper standards .

On Average property values are up about 25 % depending on location . Schools are rated a 10 on a national scale in most developed areas , they push these kids hard and 90% are ready for a 4 year college .

Average Salaries for a 2 year technical degree pay above 100,000 per year , many technicians are making almost 150,000 per year , add to that their wives income and they are living quite comfortably , sending their kids to top schools , and enjoying a low crime rate . Water is still an issue because with the growth of the population comes the demand for water which at times begins to get low , so all sources of water are considered .

Nearly all Petrochemical companies are looking for ways to expand and Texas is their number one location to do that . As volunteers we only try to educate our Veterans and students as to the opportunities we have , however Energy companies still demand a solid good education especially in the sciences and Technology fields .

I especially go after Veterans as they deserve to be respected and appreciated . So I actively Mentor and Tutor Veterans both inside Texas and outside . Many Veterans are coming to Texas getting skilled and properly educated and are seeing great life changing events , it is the old America where opportunities abound . Veterans there is no excuse not to make a good living in Texas if your healthy in mind and body . But you still need to be smart .

Veterans Don’t allow yourself to be treated with disrespect and as a second class citizen. We have over 50,000 High paying Energy Jobs available or will be available very soon . These are either Upstream or Downstream Technology , both in Maintenance and Operations . As well as many jobs for Women Veterans . Texas respects our Veterans and bends over backwards to help them , but you must bend over backwards to help yourself .

He Allen, as a resident of a small East Texas town not fairing so well economically, I would really like to pass along some information to our residents regarding free the training/education. I think we could get you some workers to train.

Hi Shellorraine , classes started today in most technical colleges across Texas . But I am not into training anyone Per say , though we are Mentors and tutors , we have no authority to train anyone . But there is all kinds of way to help someone out . So much depends on the individual and getting to know them . So if you have some one in mind please email me at allenkinchen@gmail.com . I am not into any kind of Fracking operations , I am just a retired Technician nothing special at all , but we do have a passion for trying to help out our fellow Texans , Veterans and those types of individuals . Each year we have a major push about 2 months prior to schools starting . So that would be normally November December and part of January . And of course two months prior to the fall semester . For many jobs Energy companies demand that 2 year degree , but these aer much more than jobs , they are life time careers . We do not advocate any short time job, we only advocate great Careers . Free education is open to anyone , that is not a big deal , but few take advantage of it . If I knew the town you live in I can tell you the nearest school and suggest starting things ASAP . Companies do not train people any more like they did 30 years ago , schools are everywhere in Texas and the companies spend millions on each school and expect the students to use them . So give me some particulars and maybe I can help , don’t wait to long if they want to go to school very soon , today is the first day maybe they can allow a late arrival . there are plenty of jobs, just not enough people whom want to go to school and they are shocked to find out that is the only way they can get hired outside of Experience . So advocates like myself stay busy trying to get our youth interested but it is a hard fought up hill battle and we loose .

Hi again Shellorraine , just some information . Go to the nearest Texas Work Force Solutions locations . The state of Texas pays for a 1 year certificate , or 2 years associates , or a Engineering Degree , etc etc . But you must apply 2 months prior to beginning classes , on average it takes 6 weeks for the funds to be approved . Work Force Solutions has a list of skills they pay for at your nearest schools . They really push Technical colleges because in Texas that is where most of the jobs come from . An engineering degree naturally comes from a Engineering School . They also pay for a Registered Nurse Program , which is 2.5 years . There are 35 companies that work with the Process Technology Program , look up www.naptaonline.org . We have thousand of these jobs each year , 25,000 nation wide , they pay really well and is 2 year curriculum . Texas State technical College at Marshall texas has a great program . Most of the public does not know about these programs even though they are ongoing now for over 20 years . Companies are demanding more and more education and they pay for it via scholarships .

I doubt if anyone you know desires any of this at present because the classes have started today . So at that point I begin to help find the few companies that will train someone . One is Production Lease Operator , those guys make about 35 an hour or so and with great benefits and it is a life time job . There are many more , but I must talk with a person to see what knowledge they have to help them more . I do not work with Upstream Fracking Technology jobs , I am into many things Downstream Technology which typically means manufacturing products. We have plenty of jobs , just not enough skilled people . So I need to get to know a person individually to see if I can help them . I am just a community activist but we all do the same thing as a group of Volunteers . So let me know OK .

Speaking as a native, its always good to be Texan but not just because of oil, jobs, and no state income tax. It’s the culture that separates Texas from every other state and we are extremely different in attitude from liberal bastions like California. CA probably has as much oil and gas as Texas, but they don’t want to tap it for fear of environmental damage (damage to a few acres in CA is considered a catastrophe ;-) Texas is bold in its assumption that we can manage any tragedy…natural or man-made, and move forward with better ideas and technology as a result. We also endorse the “work or don’t eat lifestyle” so expect Texans to lend a helping hand only if you are bustin your ass to get back on your feet. In CA, its a “woe is me, I’ve been discriminated against, the government owes me” kind of attitude that is slowly sinking their financial ship. Texas has its issues but its a place where you are still allowed to defend home and property without coming under suspicion for owning a gun. We like it that way so please move to California if you don’t.

Californians embrace a socialist controlling environment , they are experts at Fantasy and producing movies and have more Billionaires than any state . They have went from Main stream to Liberal Mania , they embrace debt like it is a fantasy itself . i find the people there like children in their irresponsible nature ,, and disconnect with reality . that is the way they have been trained and lived all of their life to them there is no other way to be happy .

“Germany is in a particularly difficult fix, as it relies on exports for half of its annual GDP, and its energy costs remain on an upwards trajectory thanks to its wrong-headed over-reliance on non-competitive renewable fuel sources like wind and solar.”

Germany is a country with only little natural ressources like oil or gas. Becoming a leader in the use of renewable energies (wind, solar) is what will make Germany independent of other countries. With the nice side effect of better air and water quality….

I think there a more important factors to consider than a short term decrease of the oil price. I do not want to live in a area where the ground water is maybe contaminated due to heavy fracking activities…

the ground water pollution theme is a created lie in order to have absolute control like in Germany . Are you allowed to have ownership to Mineral rights in Germany ? Is the public allowed to recover natural resources ? How many Drilling companies are located in Germany? I live in Texas and know No person complaining about polluted ground Water . Technology advances so fast by innovation , when we have a problem we innovate our way to fix it . does the Government control your life in Germany ? Can the public have access to Mineral rights without Government Approval ? What happens when the sun does not shine not the Wind is not blowing ? Germany will not catch up and will not compete unless it learns and embraces Modern Technology . Solar and wind is old news , horribly expensive and in efficient. You guys are living in 3 year old concepts and will fail to compete . Germans love laws and being controlled .

I don´t think that we have a problem with developing new technologies… But please ask google when fracking was developed and how the efficency of both, wind and solar power, developed over the last few years…

It is discussed to use fracking technology in germany. And I do not say that it is bad at all. I just think that long term consequeces should be considered before you pump water + chemicals in the ground. I don´t know if you have the chemial and geological knowledge to understand what consequences are possible. And I also don´t think that anyone will suffer serious health issues in the next 2 or 3 years.

My opinion is that it is not worth it to (potentially) destroy the nature to decrease the oil price for a couple of years. The last time I visited Texas I saw enough untouched land to build enogh solar cells to supply all southern states with energy.

And if the wind does not blow or the sun is not shining, there are some nice technologies to save excess energy from times when we had to much sun and to muc wind. Developed in germany….

Yes we completely understand what goes on beneath the soil , but you are not aware of technology advancements . Texas has an extremely large Solar and Energy Business , we are second to only California . The Grid system needs upgrading and Solar is paid for by borrowing money from Future Generations . With a national Debt of nearly 20 trillion and Solar that is still provided at Tax payer expense for most large scale projects or at least subsidized , plus a inadequate Grid system designed for something totally different then for most people it simply does not make sense . for small scale applications and minimum power it is perfectly suited and is often the method used . My Generation of Engineers and Technicians invented many of the concepts used today .

All things being the same Take massive borrowing out of the picture , and people would gladly embrace Solar . Germany did have a experiment that was seen as a step in the right direction . But it will fall very short of industrial applications . To pride yourself on being an industrial leader you must embrace modern technology , Water Less Fracturing , and many other methods , 7 layers of piping , improvements in Instrumentation for drilling operations , the list is a mile long . Your stuck in information that is 7 years old . Like computers it changes so fast few people are aware. Today 7 years is a long time considering private Research and Development is on going. And we are constantly finding better ways .

The Germans are not stupid, they must learn , catch up , and find a way to do it without polluting , and in their own back yard . If they are smart they would work with Americans and try to improve things in their own way , yet harvest vast resources and quit being a slave to the Soviets. German innovation is alive and well , Politics trump intelligence. What if the pipeline is cut off from Eastern Europe , what is their excuse for failure ? Again they will wake up because they have no choice in the future . As economies turn sour , the people will beg to find out why , it is pure Socialist control .

very high number of non citizens that are allowed to stay and work but do not have enough formal education to be able to get a job that has insurance , for those that have education and have a good job they do good . our county Taxes pay for medical care but they are not listed as having insurance . But hey Obama Care will solve all of our problems right , every American can now buy into the affordable health Care circus or get it for Free , so Texas is now just like everyone else . Everyone loves Obama Care , isn’t it fantastic . Before we had Free hospitals and Clinics , now we Have Obama Care , he is the Savior

Texas is much more liberal than you think , though nothing like California . Here They get Free college , Free Technical schools and many amenities for simply being here . Most Tax payers have no clue nor do they ever ask questions about where their Tax dollars go . Voter turn out is about 15 % average . I actively look to give out scholarships to Non citizens as long as they have no Violent criminal record , it is state Law and Federal law . People think crazy things with no investigation . If they are allowed to stay here they also get normal tuition at In State prices . Each county is different and we are ISD State , meaning our schools are all Independent of each other with minimum Money from Federal and state Government . We have no State income tax and it is a non Garnishment state , which quells many Law Suits , Only the IRS can go into our Bank account no local or state entity. No income Tax also goes for all companies as well as citizens . So we have many programs for Free medical care and Free Education . Even with all the Free stuff we have we find it extremely hard to get kids to take curriculum’s that actually in demand, like Engineering, Nursing, Medical Doctors , Technicians , many many more . So Ignorance of not knowing makes people think crazy things about Texas . But it is the state government that allows Free stuff and Free Education , Texas is much more liberal than you think . But in California they go way over Board and punish the achievers .. Energy Royalties in Texas are Enormous and covers so many expenses , this is only on private land , but the state gets its portion so does the Federal Government which helps pay down our National Debt . We have enough Energy reserves in America on Tax payer owned land to wipe our debt off the books , but they refuse to allow recovery , this is insane . We have enough Oil liquids to last 150 years and enough Natural Gas for 600 years , by then we will have finally invented great systems . It is all about Control of the people via Energy by the central Government . We all know this , but people never investigate . There are many battles going on that people have no clue about .

Where do you Live / first I am only a volunteer jobs activist , we are not paid and have no authority what so ever , nor do we represent any entity or initiative . As community activist we work within the framework that exists . You must do your own research at your own location . Most people do not bother to ask questions nor investigate they simply accept failure . Every company has Job scholarships , agencies all across America have scholarships . Job programs exist in every state . Despite all the Free stuff, most people will not research nor try to meet the basic standards . Job scholarships require much lower GPA than a standard academic scholarship. You must go to your county and ask questions . Most companies require you be a permanent resident , but not a citizen there is a big difference . Community activist are connected with volunteer attorneys . we help out our communities . If you have no community activist it means they are being disrespected as a group . Community activist are Not Political Activist , there is a giant difference , so people are quite ignorant . If you live in Texas and meet requirements you get a Free college Education , Books and tuition and become connected with many available programs , even if your a Not a Citizen . If we are disrespected we never ever go back that school or community as a volunteer . Normal community activist are Engineers and technicians , at least those that are connected in the Energy Industry. Non of this matters, because these kids do exactly what they want anyway , it is lazy spoiled society , even if they are a total failure they do what they want and their parents do nothing to guide them along . Each county in Texas is different , some have programs and some do not . I live in an Engineering community , Where George P. Mitchell was from , so for us this is old news , he started the Hydraulic Fracturing revolution . No one can answer your question except local people , but at least you asked , most do not even ask and Miss out on golden opportunities . As for Medical you must do your own research where you live , My taxes help pay for Free clinics and Free Hospitals , most people have no idea because they never ask .

———” Each county in Texas is different , some have programs and some do not . I live in an Engineering community , Where George P. Mitchell was from , so for us this is old news , he started the Hydraulic Fracturing revolution . No one can answer your question except local people , but at least you asked , most do not even ask and Miss out on golden opportunities .”——-

So, where do you live? I’m sure there are a lot of people who would take advantage of free education and health care and are willing to relocate to Texas to enroll in those programs, as well as fill high paying jobs.

I live in The Woodlands Tx. But the medical care is not what your thinking , there is no card or system per say , it is a tax and simply a way to help the poor . It is not the same care as those that have insurance and actually work for a living . having insurance is not the same as getting care . Obama Care is insurance , but Doctors are not slaves and it will fail due to government incompetence . But your right in that many people do not understand nor ask questions . And also you always need to verify verify verify something before making any fast moves . As well as each company is different and have their own policy. see this simple single job www.naptaonline.org watch this video . It is not nearly as easy as people think. The industry begs for good responsible people . I try to help veterans first , but few respond . I go after high school kids but those parents will not allow the kids to go to community college and most Texas work programs and Work Force Solution programs are at community colleges . And another thing the jobs are not in my county they are in the Texas Energy Delta region , draw an imaginary line around Galveston Bay about 90 miles and that is the Texas Energy Delta . I try to get Hispanics all the time and they do not mess with these jobs because they have to move to that location . They must pass a physical and have the 2 year degree in one of the many concentrations wwwl.captech.org and be a permanent resident . And have no violent criminal back ground . Normally by august they have made 100,000 per year and finish with about 140,000 or so . Each company is different so you must ask questions . Work Force Solutions has many programs also. So nothing is fake , and beside once someone is hired on Medical insurance is part of their job , that is a non issue . Texas does not participate in the expanded Medicaid program for obvious reasons . It has its own programs , the big thing is to take advantage of an education and get hired . you also need to understand the difference between Downstream Technology and Upstream Technology and where the schools are . Also the difference between Maintenance jobs and Operational Jobs . We had 96,700 new jobs in 12 months just in Houston , but they were not all Energy jobs . so again smart people spend time researching things first . Make sure by verification . If they see a person is not responsible they will simply select someone just like you whom is responsible . They make sure they are fully responsible . These are all international Companies so often people move to a different country . Do your research read where the schools are located , they are not in The Woodlands , this is an Engineering community not a manufacturing community , big difference . Even texas citizens do not take time to research properly . If you come to get Free stuff you will be disappointed , if you come to get a job then you will be happy , but make sure you have the right education , read those jobs on the www.captech.org site , and understand them , those are almost all Downstream technology jobs . You totally miss understood the medical program it is nothing like you think . However if you came from a third world country then it is fantastic .

Texas counties have indigent health care. You go to the county hospital, show them proof of your income, and the county tax payers will pick up part or all of the tab for your health care. As far as jobs, any county that has petro/chem plants would be a good place to start. In the Houston area, they were paying someone to hole watch or fire watch $20 per hour and working them 7 days a week for 16 hours a day. This a job sitting on a bucket maintaining a log of people going in and out of a vessel or making sure that a welder is not starting a fire. Craft people are working the same hours for $10 more an hour. You are going to be outside all day in fire retardant clothing from neck to foot with the 95F+ temps and as much humidity as the air can hold. That is why it is hard to fill the jobs.

To some of these guys this is fantastic money . But I look for those actually willing to go to school 2 years and work for the major company itself . Process Technicians , Instrument technicians , electricians , electronics technicians, compressor technicians , Machinist , Maintenance pipe fitters and welders . Environmental health and safety technicians , These are all 2 year programs all over Texas with a degree and Texas Work Force solutions normally pays for it or a big chunk of it . There are many more than this but these are the big demand downstream jobs. We have over 50,000 either available or coming available . On the upstream side it is called Production lease operator , or lease operator , again a 2 year curriculum and job waiting . The curriculum is called Field Service Technician , and almost all of those are hired upon completion and those are nationwide . They pay about 34 an hour average . also measure while drilling technician and Directional Driller are hot jobs . Fracking is a 30 year planned project in Texas .

I came home from the service in 1986 and went to work doing turnarounds in AMOCO as a pipefitter helper. I am a Pipe Designer now. The only college I have is, what I took in the service working toward an electrical engineering degree. A good work ethic and personal integrity will get you a long ways in the refineries. What I was trying to get across to the young vets out there is that you do not need an education or a skill set for a job here. They will teach it to you on the job.

Hi Charles, though in a very few items you may or may not be very well correct , things have changed considerably and we as activist must show to the public what companies expect , not what they did in the past 30 years ago . I work with 35 companies , nearly all have the exact same Policy . So I must Tell the Vets and citizens what those companies expect . If I tell them otherwise than I am not an honest activist . There are exceptions of course , because many friends and relatives work at a place and uncles and relatives get someone hired and put them under their wing . We have 13 Feeder schools in Texas and 9 in Louisiana that feed directly into Refineries , and petrochemical companies . A Person on the street is but a number and does not exist . Turn around work is considered temporary . 95% of these graduates are hired and move on to even more acclaim . and it is paid for by the state of Texas and by Energy companies . Another issue is those that are actually willing to work , you were a hard worker and so was I . I had 36 months of technical school and had no friends or relatives , it was my expertise that got me hired and allowed me to advance . If I were to be heard telling the public you do not have to go to school , No company would associate themselves with me and I would have zero credit . today a job that pays 125,000 is considered a good job and it is worth a 2 year education at minimum . But relatives will always take care of relatives , but our VETS need to know the entire story I owe the truth to our Vets and they deserve to be respected with the truth . A person can have experience and get hired , but I deal with Youth . We are training the next Generation of Texas Technicians and they all will be educated or will not be hired . today these companies expect training and experience and if you read 90 % of the requirements they want that 2 year degree or experience . We have 23 year old making 150,000 a year and soon will be a supervisor because they actually went to school . Texas has changed considerably , many millions have poured into Top Technical Colleges , often hundreds apply for the same job , only the best will be hired . I go by orders given to me by Company Reps , they know what they want and they demand it.

Hi Mr. Wallace thank you for your reply . I will try and contact you . We appreciate any and all help so we can provide a chance to our Veterans . For the most part Veterans are responsible hard working and intelligent. Some companies require education and we do our best to communicate this to our Vets so we can help them succeed in Texas .

We are only volunteers trying to help our fellow Texans succeed . We work with any company that allows us the chance to communicate . We have done this now for over 5 years trying to Kick Start the Texas Economy. What ever your firm or group demands and expects we simply communicate this to the many thousands of Vets we have in Texas .

These young men and women have paid a very high price for the ability of Texas Americans to live a rich and full life , we feel we owe them something in return . Again Thank You

Mr . Wallace I gave your contact info to Daniel Racca , Daniel is a 3 tour Iraq combat VET , US Marines , he is a college Graduate , 28 years old , Single , very intelligent and determined , He is well in mind and body and physically strong . I know Daniel via the VFW here in Conroe Texas . I can vouch for Daniel . Please consider him , he is willing to take any and all classes needed in order to meet your requirements , he is willing to relocate. Daniel will work hard to contribute to your company .

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